St. Margaret's School
- St. Margaret's School's motto reflects our commitment to the growth of young women in every area of their lives; growth in intellectual ability, growth in physical well being, growth in social responsibility, growth in spiritual maturity.
- We offer a diverse student body and a sound college preparatory curriculum, challenging to each individual.
- In a Christian environment, founded on the Episcopal tradition, both honor and character are developed. St. Margaret's seeks to inspire each student to make the best of herself, and in do doing, make a better world.
Quick Stats (2018-19)
- Grades: 8-12
- Students: 110 students
- Yearly Tuition: $51,400
- Acceptance rate: 72%
- Average class size: 9 students
- Application Deadline: None / Rolling
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St. Margaret's School places among the top 20% of private schools in Virginia for:
- Category Attribute
- Affordability Least expensive tuition
- Acceptance Rate Lowest average acceptance rates
- Extracurriculars Most extracurriculars offered
- School History Oldest founding date
School Overview
| School Membership(s)School Assoc. | Other religious school association(s) National Coalition of Girls National Association of Independent Schools (NAIS) The Association of Boarding Schools (TABS) Virginia Association of Independent Schools (VAIS) |
| Religious Affiliation | Episcopal |
| Grades Offered | Grades 8-12 |
| Offers Post-Graduate Year | Yes |
| Learning Difference Programs | Yes |
| Year Founded | 1921 |
Student Body
| Total Students | 110 students |
| Student Body Type | All-girls |
| % Students of Color | 18% State avg.: 24% |
Academics and Faculty
| Total Classroom Teachers | 21 teachers |
| Student : Teacher Ratio | 5:1 National avg.: 13:1 |
| % Faculty w/Advanced Degree | 60% |
| Average Class Size | 9 students |
| Number of AP Courses | 9 courses |
| List of Courses Offered | Link to List of Courses |
| Advanced Courses | Dual College Enrollment, Honors Courses, One Schoolhouse |
| Average SAT score | 1155 |
| Average ACT score | 24 |
| Matriculation DataMatric. Data | Link to Matriculation Data |
| Classroom Dress Code | Formal (Uniform) |
Finances and Admission
| Admission Deadline | None / Rolling |
| Yearly Tuition Cost | $51,400 |
| Tuition Notes | $51,400 Boarding, $41,100 5-Day Boarding, $18,950 Day Tuition Financial Aid Available |
| % on Financial Aid | 37% |
| Acceptance Rate | 72% National avg.: 85% |
| Admissions Director | Bowdre Fortson |
| Admissions Associate | Ashley Haydon |
| Endowment Size | $5 million |
Sports
| Total Sports Offered | 7 sports |
| Sports | Basketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, Winter TrackBasketball, Cross Country, Soccer, Softball, Tennis, Volleyball, Winter Track |
Extracurriculars
| Total ExtracurricularsTotal Extra-curric. | 15 extracurriculars |
| ExtracurricularsExtra-curric. | Club or Organization: Art Club, Basic Needs (Service Club), Book Club, Green Team, Honor Council, National Honor Society, Scottie Guides (Admissions), Social Committee, Student Government Association, Tides Staff (art journal) Arts and Music Programs: Treble Choir Recreational Athletic Programs: Outdoor Adventures, Tennis, Weight Room, Yoga |
School Notes
- St. Margaret's School's motto reflects our commitment to the growth of young women in every area of their lives; growth in intellectual ability, growth in physical well being, growth in social responsibility, growth in spiritual maturity. We offer a diverse student body and a sound college preparatory curriculum, challenging to each individual. In a Christian environment, founded on the Episcopal tradition, both honor and character are developed. St. Margaret's seeks to inspire each student to make the best of herself, and in do doing, make a better world.
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